The 9 Best Dolphin Watching Cruises in Croatia

1.Dolphin&Sunset Cruise in Brijuni with Dinner&Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,010 reviews · 3 hours · from $64Our pick

Cruise from Pula aboard Europa for three hours of dolphin watching, sunset views, dinner, and drinks near Brijuni National Park. Your guide may include Lucia, Laura, or Dominic, sharing local stories in English, German, or Croatian. The boat has indoor lounges, an open deck, bar, toilets, and space for up to 100 people.

“The boat was a good size, which for us meant it handled any slight waves quite well. The crew were very friendly. The food was simple, well cooked and very tasty. We did get to see some dolphins along the way, so all in all an enjoyable excursion.”

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2.National Park Brijuni Island Visit & Dolphin Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 788 reviews · 5h 30m · from $76

Spend about five and a half hours on the Korkyra boat from Pula, with a guided cruise around Brijuni National Park, free time to swim and snorkel at St. Jerolim, unlimited drinks, dinner ordered in advance, and a sunset search for dolphins. Guides speak English, German, Italian, Dutch, and Croatian.

“The snorkelling around St Jerome was amazing. If there was a boat just went to the island without food or a tour we would definitely have returned”

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3.Brijuni National Park Sunset, Dolphins & Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 607 reviews · 3 hours · from $64

Set sail from Pula on a traditional wooden boat for a three-hour evening cruise around Brijuni National Park. You’ll search for wild dolphins, watch the sunset, and enjoy a freshly prepared choice of mackerel, chicken, or vegetarian dinner. Water, orange juice, and white wine are included. Bring a jacket.

“Highly recommended. The staff were very friendly and helpful and the whole experience was amazing. Lucky to see a few lovely dolphins dancing in such a beautiful sea and the sunset was stunning.”

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4.Dolphin Sunset Cruise to Brijuni with Dinner & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 511 reviews · from $58

Set out from Pula on the Ananda catamaran for Brijuni National Park, with a guide such as Selma sharing local information along the way. You will search for dolphins, watch the sunset, and eat a choice of fish, meat, or vegetarian dinner with unlimited red and white wine and soft drinks. The boat holds up to 100 people for more space.

“The ride itself was wonderful and the crew was really nice. We got to see some dolphins which was actually really amazing but my disappointment was the dinner and drinks: I had fried chicken which was served with a cabbage salat and bread, no real side dish, and only alcoholic drinks available were red wine and beer- the description of the tour advertised a bigger variety of drinks.”

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5.Brijuni Islands Dolphin Watching & Wildlife Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 434 reviews · 3 hours · from $55

Sail from Pula along the coast toward Fažana and Brijuni National Park while a multilingual guide explains the sea and islands. Use onboard binoculars to look for dolphins, then watch the sunset from the water with unlimited white wine, mineral water, and soft drinks. Dinner is optional and ordered before departure.

“It was really great boat tour! We saw many dolphins and had tasty dinner onboard with drinks included. Guide told us about places we saw on the way. Lovely!”

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6.Umag: Sunset Cruise with Dolphin Spotting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 382 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Set out from Umag’s left pier for a two-hour sunset cruise with an English, German, Italian, or Croatian-speaking host. Sip local schnapps, water, and Istrian white wine while the captain searches for dolphins near Savudrija Lighthouse. Sightings are not guaranteed, but the coastal views and sunset make the ride worthwhile.

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7.Dolphin Watching Sunset Cruise with Dinner & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 351 reviews · from $65

Board the modern Ariete in Pula harbor for a three-hour evening cruise toward Brijuni National Park. The captain searches for dolphins while you enjoy a choice of mackerel, beef hamburger meat, or a vegetarian meal, plus unlimited wine, water, and soft drinks. Return past Pula’s illuminated Giants.

“This is our 2nd year in a row doing this trip and both have been different, despite being the same! Dolphins were seen both times, though that is purely down to if they are wanting to show themselves. This time around the display was better than ever! Last year's sunset was stunning, this year we had a bit of cloud though the sky was still really pretty to see. Boat staff and food still very good, just like last time. For a 3 hour trip, it is enjoyable and good value for money.”

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8.Poreč: Dolphin Spotting Cruise with Included Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 255 reviews · 2 hours · from $35Best value

Meet the English-speaking guide at Poreč port and board the wooden Fjera for a two-hour cruise along the Poreč Riviera and West Istria. You will search for dolphins in the open sea while enjoying unlimited wine and water. Sightings are not guaranteed, and weather can change the schedule.

“Byla to naprosto úžasná zkušenost! ❤️ Kapitán i celá posádka byli neuvěřitelně milí, ochotní a profesionální – od začátku až do konce se starali o to, abychom si plavbu užili na maximum. Servis na lodi byl skvělý, všechno probíhalo s úsměvem a příjemnou atmosférou. A ten největší zážitek? Delfíny jsme zahlédli už po prvních 20 minutách plavby! 🐬 Bylo nádherné sledovat je tak zblízka v jejich přirozeném prostředí. Moc děkujeme celé posádce za krásný den na moři, určitě doporučujeme každému, kdo chce zažít něco výjimečného.”

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9.From Poreč: Evening Dolphin Cruise with Welcome Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 93 reviews · 2 hours · from $35

Join Victoria Tours in Poreč for a two-hour evening cruise aboard a traditional wooden boat. Sip a welcome drink, watch the Istrian coast from the water, and search for dolphins near Poreč and Rovinj. A captain uses local experience to find the animals, and a second sailing is offered free if no dolphins appear.

“We saw dolphins and a lovely sunset as we came back. I think we could have done with the trip being a little later to get full sunset. The first welcome drink was just a bottle being placed on a table, it was unclear that you were supposed to help yourself. Some of the people on our tour left their manners at home but that isn't the fault of the tour operator, however sadly does impact on overall experience.”

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